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Mistborn

Mistborn Book One
By Brandon Sanderson
Series: Mistborn
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Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson is a high fantasy novel set in a world where ash falls from the sky and mist dominates the night. The story follows a skaa street urchin, Vin, who discovers she possesses powerful Allomantic abilities. She joins a group of rebels planning to overthrow the oppressive Lord Ruler.
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Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson is a spellbinding entry into the annals of epic fantasy that subverts expectations and weaves an intricate tale of resistance and hope. Set in a meticulously crafted world where ash falls perpetually from the sky and a dark, omnipotent ruler governs with relentless cruelty, the novel plunges readers into a land steeped in despair yet brimming with the potential for change.

A thousand years of authoritarian rule have seen the populace of the Final Empire reduced to downtrodden slaves, their lives dictated by the whims of the aristocratic Nobles who serve the Lord Ruler. Under his iron-fisted dominion, the sky remains perpetually clouded by volcanic ash, casting a pallor over the land and its people.

Into this grim reality steps a surprising catalyst for revolution. Among the seeds of revolt are a mistrusted criminal mastermind and a seemingly inconsequential young girl named Vin, who must unlock the secrets of Allomancy—a unique and powerful form of magic that derives strength from metals. As Vin learns to wield her burgeoning abilities, she becomes pivotal in the uprising, carrying the weight of immense expectations and the hope of an oppressed people on her shoulders.

Mistborn has garnered substantial acclaim, becoming a word-of-mouth phenomenon in the United States before securing a coveted spot on the New York Times Bestseller list. Now, this masterful tapestry of rebellion and magic stands poised to captivate readers across the Atlantic, inviting them to explore a narrative where even the darkest tyranny cannot quash the human spirit's desire for freedom.

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Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson has received praise for its imaginative world-building, intricate magic system, and compelling characters. Reviewers appreciate Sanderson's ability to craft a unique and immersive fantasy setting, along with a gripping and well-paced plot. Many highlight the book's entertaining twists and strong character development, making it a memorable read in the sci-fi and fantasy genre.

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ISBN: 9780575089914

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 October 2009

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gollancz

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 48.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 460g

Pages: 672

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About the Author

Brandon Sanderson was born in Nebraska in 1975. Since then he has written the Mistborn series, amongst others, become a New York Times bestselling author and been hailed as the natural successor to Robert Jordan; indeed he was appointed by Jordan's estate to complete Jordan's Wheel of Time series. He lives in Utah.

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